Our goal is to give you the most up-to-date, accurate information about your state DMV's processes. The date you see here reflects the most recent time we've verified this information with your state DMV. When they change something, we do, too!

The Colorado DMV also issues
license plates and placards for disabled parking. Find out if you're eligible by reading our Disability Placards and Plates page.

Temporary Tags or Permit

If you purchase a vehicle from a
licensed dealer, they can issue you temporary tags so that you can drive until you get your CO license plates.

The tag can be extended if your plate is delayed.

When you buy a vehicle in a private sale, you can
get a temporary permit in person at a CO DMV office. Temporary permits are issued as a temporary motor vehicle registration for up to 60 days. This gives the seller and buyer time to complete all transfer of ownership documentation.